The original patterns are solidly based in the 1950s, but
what I came up with feels a bit different.

What can I say, I was inspired by the fabric . . . which, let's be honest, really makes the dress. Thank you, Peter and Mr. Charles James, for the motivation to vacation in New York City, or I would never have found it!

Now that I see the finished dress, I also see my recent
inspiration.

I was not even aware how some of it creeped in there, but whatever works, right?!

There is definitely some 1950s in there, a bit of Sleeping
Beauty’s pointed bodice, some ballet references because of this book, and definitely some Charles James thrown in there for good measure.

Today I stitched a couple of ribbon hangers on the
corselette/petticoat, made a cover, and placed it in the back of the closet.

The next step is doing the same to the dress. Perhaps putting this project completely to
bed will narrow my focus so I can move onto the next! Because, to be honest, I am feeling a bit adrift at the moment . . . and exhausted!

What a marvel! It would never occurred to me to use a cherry print with the styling you chose, yet it is so wonderful! Your closet must be STUFFED with dynamite clothing. Congrats on a couture garment - thanks for taking me along for the ride!

It is really quite exquisite! I love seeing your garment constructions and then the final product. It makes you appreciate the finished garment so much more :). And those shoes are just the thing for it!

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Chronicling my adventures in creativity. I adore sewing and knitting, mostly vintage or vintage-inspired patterns. I hope this blog will inspire others to create lovely and lasting garments that speak of a past era and yet remain timeless and elegant.